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Rays Seek First Full-Season World Series Trip Since 2008 in ALCS Game 6
Tampa Bay holds a 3-2 lead and needs one more victory to reach the Fall Classic against Milwaukee
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Series Context
The Rays captured two of three contests in Cleveland to grab a 3-2 advantage in the American League Championship Series. With the Guardians facing elimination, the clubs shift to Tropicana Field for Game 6 on Monday. Tampa Bay can secure its first trip to the World Series in a full season since 2008, while Cleveland must extend the matchup to force a decisive Game 7.
What Tampa Bay Needs
The Rays can lean on Peralta after his recent dominance. His fastball has set the tone in recent outings, and the club will look for similar command in Game 6. Offensively, familiarity with Cleveland's bullpen arms from the prior two days could help the lineup adjust if those relievers return.
Cleveland's Path Forward
The Guardians already secured a victory at Tropicana Field during the series, offering a measure of belief despite recent setbacks. Seeing Peralta for a third time provides another opportunity, and improved plate discipline shown late in Game 5 could help them capitalize if he works inside the strike zone with his fastball.
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